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Rate of global warming caused by humans at an all-time high

Global warming caused by humans is advancing at 0.26°C per decade – the highest rate since records began, according to new research by more than 50 leading international scientists.

A researcher hunches over the ground to do testing on a salt marsh. Two other researchers to the same in the background, in front of a stretch of water.

Protection of saltmarshes is vital for climate change mitigation

The UK’s saltmarshes are under threat from climate change, coastal erosion and sea-level rise, according to a new study.

A group of six practitioners of research, art and activism from Buenos Aires and Leeds, stood together in a line in front of the sustainable garden in Leeds.

Artivist Crossings: crossing boundaries with the University of Buenos Aires

A collaborative International Strategy Fund project with the University of Buenos Aires crosses boundaries, disciplines and cultures to tackle climate justice.

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Studying warm climates of the past can reveal our future

New research combines climate modelling with fossil shell analysis to understand what a warm future could be like over Western Europe.

Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone. Image shows the view of the coast, including high-rises and an offshore cargo boat.

Africa Week: research and collaboration highlight

Ahead of Africa Day on May 25, this article highlights recent research projects in which our researchers have collaborated with African communities, researchers and practitioners.